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Symptom checker

Our Symptom checker provides clinical advice on what to do next based on your symptoms.

Migraine

Trusted information about migraine, symptoms, the causes, diagnosis and treatments can be found on this page.

Headache and Migraine Awareness Week

Headache Australia will be hosting free public forums on Migraine Management during Headache and Migraine Awareness Week, 14 - 19 September.

National Headache and Migraine Week

During National Headache and Migraine Week, Headache Australia encourages headache and migraine sufferers to join the National Headache Register.

What causes vomiting?

Information on possible causes of vomiting and links to trusted resources.

Headache medication

Most people have headaches occasionally. Find out what can cause them and how you can treat different types of headaches.

Magnesium

Magnesium is a mineral that people get from the food they eat, like vegetables, pulses, nuts, seeds and whole grains. Read about magnesium’s benefits.

Paracetamol

Trusted information about paracetamol, including how it works, when to take it and possible side effects.

Chiropractors

Trusted information about chiropractors and chiropractic treatments, including effectiveness and safety, where to find a registered chiropractor and questions to ask.

Nervous system

Your nervous system controls much of what your body does including walking, speaking and other activities. Learn more about how it works and related conditions.

Headaches

Trusted information on headaches including the different types of primary and secondary headaches and effects of dehydration.

Motion sickness

Motion (or travel) sickness occurs when you feel unwell due to being in a moving vehicle. Commonly known as 'car sickness' or 'sea sickness', it is a normal response and can generally be prevented.